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How to Choose a Puppy
If you are thinking about welcoming a new puppy to your family, consider that this is a commitment for fifteen or more years and therefore […]
Spot the Difference: Front Clip Versus
Teaching a dog to walk nicely on leash is, in theory anyway, a fairly easy task. It comes down to teaching the dog to enjoy […]
How to Become a Professional Dog
I named the voice in my car’s GPS system Martin. I thought it was a suitably proper, British name for a voice that sounds remarkably […]
What is a Working Dog?
Anyone who is passionate about helping dogs live long, happy and healthy lives would say that all dogs should have some sort of job. Giving […]
Dogs and Doorway Etiquette
Politeness matters in all manner of daily life. Considering that we walk through doorways with our dogs many times each day, this is a location […]
Does Your Dog Think It’s Name
I usually begin classes and private lessons with an introduction to the many benefits of taking a positive, dog friendly approach to teaching. I am […]
Terrier Telephone Terror
Marta from Long Island sent me an email today asking how to stop her five year old West Highland White Terrier from sabotaging her social […]
How to Introduce Your Dog to
Teaching your dog to rest calmly in a crate for short periods of time is a valuable skill for many reasons: As an aid for […]
Dog Crate Safety Tips
The usefulness of a crate to help your dog learn to be mannerly (and eventually enjoy as much freedom as is safe and reasonable) knows […]
Preparing the Crate for Your Dog
When preparing the crate for a new puppy or dog, most people’s first inclination is to outfit it with a comfy dog bed, towel, or […]
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